Play Super Star Wars - The Empire Strikes Back Online – Super Nintendo (SNES) Game

Game Overview

Buckle up, Star Wars fans—Super Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back on the SNES is a pixelated blast of pure '90s nostalgia that throws you right into the heart of Hoth’s icy trenches and Dagobah’s murky swamps. This action-packed side-scroller takes everything you loved about the iconic film and cranks it up with intense platforming, lightsaber-slashing combat, and even some slick vehicle stages (yes, you do get to pilot a snowspeeder against those pesky AT-ATs). While it’s brutally challenging at times—this is a classic 16-bit game, after all—the satisfying gameplay, chiptune renditions of John Williams’ legendary score, and faithful movie moments make it a must-play for any retro gaming Jedi.

Compared to its predecessor, Super Star Wars, this sequel tightens up the controls and dives deeper into the saga’s darker tone, with standout boss fights (looking at you, Boba Fett) and creative level designs that keep things fresh. Whether you’re reliving childhood memories or discovering it for the first time, this SNES gem captures the magic of The Empire Strikes Back with all the blaster bolts and Wampa encounters you’d hope for. May the Force—and a quick save state—be with you!